Best Schools in Laplace, Louisiana
5 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle
Choosing a school in Laplace?
Use this page to compare every school in Laplace by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School
Elementary · St. John the Baptist Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
John L. Ory Communications Magnet Elementary
Elementary · St. John the Baptist Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Emily C. Watkins Elementary
Elementary · St. John the Baptist Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Laplace for 2026 are Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School (6.5/10), John L. Ory Communications Magnet Elementary (6.3/10), and Emily C. Watkins Elementary (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$191,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$191,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Laplace
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | John L. Ory Communications Magnet Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Emily C. Watkins Elementary | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Laplace Elementary School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 5 | East St. John Preparatory Academy | 5.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $69,334
- Median home value
- $191,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Laplace compares
Louisiana rank
#95 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$69k
119% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Laplace, Louisiana
Laplace, Louisiana is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Laplace show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Laplace is Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Laplace is served by 1 school district: St. John the Baptist Parish. These districts collectively serve 5,429 students.
Laplace's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,334. The poverty rate in the area is 11.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 802 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 421 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 529 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.1 |
| 4 | 781 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 355 students · 5th–8th | 5.1 |
Schools in Laplace
Laplace, Louisiana · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,334
Median Home Value
$191,400
Median Rent
$1,117/mo
Population
33,041
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Community Profile
Laplace has a median household income of $69,334. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $191,400, with a median rent of $1,117/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.3%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Laplace, Louisiana
How many schools are in Laplace, Louisiana?
Laplace has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Laplace, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Laplace is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Laplace, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Laplace on MySchoolScout is Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Laplace, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Laplace on MySchoolScout is Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Laplace, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Laplace on MySchoolScout is East St. John Preparatory Academy with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Laplace, Louisiana?
Laplace is served by 1 school district: St. John the Baptist Parish.
What is the education level in Laplace, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Laplace have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Laplace, Louisiana?
The median household income in Laplace is approximately $69,334 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Laplace, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Laplace is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Laplace, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.